Consultant - Supply Chain

KPMG Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking a motivated Consultant - Supply Chain to join their team, leveraging expertise in supply chain principles and technology integration. The role requires adaptability and a commitment to professional growth, contributing to transformative projects across various industries. The Consultant will engage directly with clients, enhance business development activities, and actively participate in creating innovative supply chain solutions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Supply Chain technology projects for diverse clients.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain processes: S&OP, Transport, and Warehouse Management.
• Experience with ERP platforms and change management in multi-national environments.

Responsibilities

• Support high-impact client engagements and advise on Supply Chain.
• Apply problem-solving skills under senior guidance.
• Drive insightful analysis to support project objectives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analytics

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Oracle

LLamasoft

Kinaxis

o9

Anaplan

Job description

Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, London, Manchester

Type: Full Time

Service Line: Customer, Ops & Infr

Contract type: Permanent

Job Title/Req Number: Consultant - Supply Chain / 107388

Base Location: Manchester, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Bristol

KPMG's Supply Chain practice helps clients build leading-edge supply chain capabilities across end-to-end operations. We combine deep sector insight, expert consulting capabilities, and trusted relationships to design and implement supply chain transformation programmes, including digital and technology integration.

Why Join KPMG as a Consultant - Supply Chain?

We are seeking a highly motivated Consultant who is looking to leverage and expand their expertise in Supply Chain, with a desire to contribute to complex projects and develop their consulting skills.

The diverse nature of our engagements requires candidates to demonstrate comfort working with ambiguity and a commitment to continuous adaptation and professional development. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in supply chain principles and a desire to learn how to develop transformative operating models across a broad spectrum of industries through data-driven insights and the effective deployment of leading-edge technologies.

Our clients trust us to deliver trusted advice, and we need a Consultant who can support that standard. You’ll contribute to client work, support business development activities, and develop your skills within the team, making a valuable contribution to our success.

Candidates must have a willingness to travel, as the projects could include working on client site in the UK, Europe or Middle East.

What will you be doing?

• Support high-impact client engagements, contributing to our position as the most trusted advisor in Supply Chain.
• Apply problem-solving skills to projects across Transformation, Digital, AI and Sustainability, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Assist in client communication, preparing materials and participating in meetings.
• Drive insightful analysis, blending KPMG expertise with market intelligence and data analytics, to support project objectives.
• Support business development activities, contributing to proposals and presentations.
• Contribute to an inclusive team culture, supporting team members and fostering a collaborative environment.

What will you need to do it?

• Experience supporting Supply Chain technology projects for diverse clients.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain processes: S&OP, Transport, Warehouse Management, Network Optimisation, and more.
• Experience supporting the design and implementation of Supply Chain operating model transformations.
• Experience with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle and/or best of breed supply chain solutions (LLamasoft, Kinaxis, o9, Anaplan, etc.).
• Change management experience in complex, multi-national environments (a plus).
• A passion for contributing to the development of innovative solutions and assets.
• Ideally experience in sectors like Consumer Goods, Retail, Oil and Gas, Aerospace & Defence, or Industrial.

Additional Notes:

• We work in the Aerospace and Defence sector; candidates should be eligible for and able to gain and retain Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Our core hubs: London, Bristol, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham.
• Flexible working options available across our 20 UK sites, including office, remote, part-time, and flexible hours.

Find out more:

Explore our divisions and specialisms within Consulting and learn about our values and commitment to diversity and inclusion, including support for flexible work arrangements and adjustments during the application process.

We are part of a global network providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services. We value our inclusive environment and are committed to supporting all colleagues to thrive and reach their potential.

For more information or support during your application, please contact us directly. We also participate in the Government's Guaranteed Interview Scheme for experienced professionals.

Note: We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. See our policy on agencies here.

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